Installation Guide

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Installing a NetIron XMR 8000 router
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Preparing the installation site
Before installing the router, plan the location and orientation relative to other devices and equipment. For cooling purposes, allow a
minimum of six inches of space between the sides, front, and the back of the router and walls or other obstructions. If a router is installed
in a perforated enclosure, the perforations must cover at least 60 percent of the surface.
Ensure that the proper power and network cabling is installed in the site. For information on cabling, refer to “Installing NetIron XMR 8000
router power supplies” on page 148, and “Attaching a management station” on page 184.
Unpacking a NetIron XMR 8000 router
The NetIron XMR 8000 router ships with the following items:
• Router chassis with the appropriate number of switch fabric modules already installed in the slot marked SF and a slot blank
installed in all other module slots.
• Insertion or extraction tool for use with RJ45 and fiber-optic connectors.
If any items are missing, contact the place of purchase.
Follow these steps to unpack a NetIron XMR 8000 router.
1. Remove the router from the shipping carton and packing materials.
2. Save the shipping carton and packing materials in case you need to move or ship the router at a later time.
Removing the shipping screws
The NetIron XMR 8000 router ships with two shipping screws installed in the right side of the router. These screws secure the fan tray,
protecting it from damage during shipment. You must remove these screws before installing the router. Figure 101 shows the location of
the screws.
To perform this task, you need a #2 Phillips screwdriver.
FIGURE 101 Shipping screw locations
1 Router front 2 Router back 3 Shipping screws
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